All Shine and Show in the carpark of the Royal Hotel Kew.
All Shine and Show in the carpark of the Royal Hotel Kew. Spotto! One of the 76 hot rods on show. Photo: Steven Adnum/FB. There had to be at least one flamin’ hot, hot rod. Winner of the best Hard Luck Story was Mike Barnes, pictured with his 1940 Ford Deluxe after the show moved […]
Camden Haven Girl Guides enjoying morning tea.
HAVING been involved in Girl Guides for more than 25 years, Sally Woodhouse is testament to the movement’s power to build lifelong connections. “I have been a leader for fifteen years, and took part all through university,” said Sally, who is the dedicated leader of the Camden Haven Girl Guides chapter. “It’s something that my […]
Rotary Club of Laurieton members at their 60th Anniversary Dinner
Rotary Club of Laurieton members at their 60th Anniversary Dinner Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce President Luke Hadfield, Port Macquarie-Hastings councillor Danielle Maltman and Federal Member for Lyne Alison Penfold. SIXTY years ago a group of businesspeople gathered at the Laurieton Hotel and agreed to form the Rotary Club of Laurieton. To celebrate the six […]
Local Landcare Volunteers.
Local Landcare Volunteers. Landcare Volunteers on one of their planting days. HASTINGS Landcare has been formally recognised in the NSW Parliament for its outstanding contribution to environmental protection, community education and volunteer engagement across the Hastings region. Local MP Robert Dwyer acknowledged the organisation during a parliamentary address, praising Hastings Landcare volunteers as a driving […]
EVERY Monday, a friendly group of six local ladies meet at Camden Haven Community College under the guidance of teacher Kylie Brittliffe, for lessons in foundation skills and learning, calling themselves ‘The Fabulous Afternoon Group’. Birthdays and personal achievements are eagerly anticipated and celebrated, with two of the members proud, champion ten-pin bowlers who have […]
Penny and Geoff Peak. Penny and Geoff on their wedding day. WHEN automotive secretary Penny Peak attended her first ever car rally in Sydney and met engineer Geoff, little did she know that they would get married and go on to celebrate 60 years of happiness last month. The devoted couple, who are both 82, […]
Members of the MNCLHD flying squad RN Emily Skeen, EN Beth Hannan, RN Keiralee Robson, Clinical Nurse Educator Royce Vitug and Nurse Unit Manager Cassie Deans.
WEDNESDAY marked Primary Health Care Nurses Day with the Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) recognising the expertise of those who play a vital role in keeping the community well and connected to care. Primary health care nurses support people outside hospitals across a wide range of settings, including community health, aged care, schools […]
Friendly Visitor volunteers for older residents. Photo: Andrea Piacquadio.
ACROSS Laurieton, North Haven and Port Macquarie, In Great Company Volunteering is calling on community members to step forward and become Friendly Visitor volunteers for older residents. The program matches volunteers with seniors who have limited social contact, providing regular visits that offer companionship, conversation and a meaningful connection to the community. Organisers say the […]
Federal Member for Lyne Alsion Penfold and Rowena Abbott outside Row’s Place Boutique & Cafe
AS anticipated, the Reserve Bank raised the official cash rate by 25 basis points this week, taking interest rates from 3.6% to 3.85%. While expected, the news has not been welcomed by businesses in the Camden Haven area, which are experiencing a post-Christmas and school holiday slump in trade. This is particularly impacting small, independent […]
PROMINENT Camden Haven charity Aussie Battlers marked four years in its current premises at the Laurieton industrial estate this month. From its beginnings in a small suburban garage, the organisation has grown to become a significant source of assistance for the region. For Christmas 2025, with the assistance of generous donations and willing volunteers, Aussie […]
